Don’t Sink

Beautiful Heartless Shou X Finally turned into a mad dog Gongs Shen Yao has been in three relationships. His first love was a bad-tempered high school bully who treated him well, his old love was a gentle and considerate university school grass*, and his new love is the rich thigh he hugged He attended the banquet with his new love and they looked absolutely compatible. Shen Yao was very cooperative and looked at his new love lovingly the whole time. He heard a sneer after the act, but what he saw when he turned around was his first love who had been s*umbagged by him. The first love he hadn’t seen for a long time blocked him in the bathroom, and said strangely: “It’s been a long time since I have seen you, why are you still so good at hooking up with an Alpha?” The new love looked down on Shen Yao, an Omega who was only interested in profit. After learning about his entanglement with his first love, he asked uncontrollably, “Didn’t I give you what you want? Why do you want to find someone else?” Shen Yao didn’t smile at him like before, and said casually: “It’s just a transaction between us, it’s meaningless to be emotional.” Finding out he was missing, the first love came to the door and wrestled with the new love, so Shen Yao took the opportunity to run out. He threw himself into the arms of his old love: “They don’t treat me well at all, only you love me the most.” The old love hid the emotions in his eyes, hugged him without saying a word, and forgave all the hurt in the past. Shen Yao spoke sweet words to the three men, watching the jealousy until his deepest secret was discovered. Since then, Shen Yao’s glands have been covered with tooth marks all year round, and the pheromones on his body can never be dissipated. Belonging to different people, it’s hard to separate it. — * best looking guy in school

Original Publisher

chang pei (gongzicp)

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Don’t Sink "Don’t Sink" is a wild ride, to say the least. This novel dives deep into a world of cunning protagonists, morally gray characters, and relationships that are, frankly, a complete mess. It's the kind of story that has you simultaneously gripped and horrified, and I found myself needing to take breaks to process everything I was reading. ### First Impressions Going in, I knew I was in for something different. The tags alone—amnesia, confinement, harem, yaoi—hinted at the chaos to come. The initial chapters pulled me in with the promise of a strategic and emotionally detached protagonist, Shen Yao. He's navigating a treacherous landscape of family conflicts and power plays, and I was intrigued by his manipulative nature. ### What Works Well What I found most compelling was the character of Shen Yao himself. He's not your typical "suffering" protagonist. Yes, he's experienced trauma, but he's not afraid to inflict harm in return. His ruthlessness is captivating, and the author does a great job showing the consequences of his actions. I also appreciated that the male leads, while obsessive, weren't perfect either. Everyone has flaws, and those flaws drive the plot forward in interesting ways. The story also excels at creating a "shura field" of conflicting emotions and desires. The power dynamics between Shen Yao and his lovers are constantly shifting, leading to intense drama and unexpected twists. ### Areas of Concern While I enjoyed the overall experience, I can see why some readers might be turned off. The novel deals with some heavy themes, including r*pe, imprisonment, and manipulation. The relationships are incredibly toxic, and it's hard to root for anyone involved. At times, the plot can feel repetitive, with the characters constantly engaging in the same power struggles. Also, the ending may not satisfy everyone. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Okay, let's talk spoilers. Shen Yao's relationships with Guan Shu, Xu Yibai, and Yan Zhixing are all incredibly messed up. Guan Shu's actions are particularly disturbing, and Xu Yibai's descent into madness is both tragic and terrifying. Yan Zhixing's connection to Shen Yao's past adds another layer of complexity, but their relationship ultimately feels the least developed. ### Final Verdict "Don’t Sink" is a complex and challenging read. It's not for the faint of heart, but if you're looking for a novel with morally ambiguous characters, intense drama, and a plot that will keep you guessing, this might be worth checking out. I'd give it a solid 3.5 out of 5 stars. Just be sure to go in with your eyes open and your moral compass firmly set aside.